Leak & Damp Services in Brixton

Damp and mould are often confused, and in fact it is mould that is a major problem affecting properties in the UK that is often overlooked. Damp is caused by external factors, such as leaks and high water levels – it is really out of your control, beyond getting a damp specialist in to fix it. Mould is caused by internal factors, such as lack of ventilation, moisture from cooking, showering and laundry. Mould prevention is within your control. Keep reading these FAQs for help with mould prevention.

Damp is caused when external moisture penetrates the walls of your property. Damp is caused by external factors, so it could be attributed to damp underneath the building, high water levels outside, or it could be down to a leak or bad drainage. All buildings should have a DPC (damp proof course) which is a damp proof membrane which stops the water from getting through, however with older buildings this often isn't the case and will require a DPC injection (damp-proof injection). We would send a RedRing specialist to investigate the cause of the damp first, treat the damp itself and aim to fix the problem from the source.

1. Mould and damp are different things 2. If you do see evidence of mould, clean it as quickly as possible to stop it spreading 3. Try to keep a window open as often as possible to ventilate 4. Leave trickle vents open on your windows 5. Install Humidistat ventilation fans in bathrooms and never turn them off 6. After showering or bathing, shut the door and leave your bathroom window open to let the air circulate 7. If you're drying your laundry inside the house, try to leave a window open to prevent condensation 8. Don't cover air bricks or air vents 9. Make sure bathrooms and kitchens are painted with the correct anti-mould paint 10. Call a specialist at the earliest sight of damp or mould to treat the problem as quickly as possible